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At the top right hand side of your letter begin with your contact information so that the employer can reply to you. This should include your whole address, contact phone number and email address. 2. Underneath, and on the left hand side of the page, write the name of the employer to whom you are applying for the job and their full postal address. 3. Write the date. 4. Write the name of the person to whom you are writing. If you do not know their name, write Dear Sir or Madam. 5. Next, state the job title you are applying for so that the employer knows for certain. 6. Begin the letter by telling the employer why you want the job and why the job will be suitable for you. 7. In the next paragraph, summarize your strengths and any particular qualifications and experience that you have that would be relevant to mention. (Remember, this does not have to be written in any great detail as the information will already be in your CV). 8. Finally, explain how you think you can contribute to the company and help it to be successful. 9. End politely using Your Sincerely (if you know the name of the person you are writing to) or Yours Faithfully (if you do not know the name of the person you are writing to) 10. Sign and write your name clearly underneath.